A lost past...

The White Wolf returns

A lost past...

The White Wolf returns

You are Geralt, from the city of Rivia. All around you the towns and settlements of the Northern Kingdoms are being razed to the ground, as an invading, otherworldly army known only as the Wild Hunt leaves a trail of blood-soaked destruction in its wake.

As you prepare for a thunderous confrontation with the Wild Hunt, you’ll uncover a complex, gripping story and meet unforgettable characters. And as you explore the Northern Kingdoms, you’ll discover that mysteries lurk within every village, tree and shadow.

The land of plenty..

Blood and Wine

Travel to the remote and vibrant land of Toussaint - a completely new region of the Northern Kingdoms - in over thirty hours of additional content. Set in a tranquil province dotted with sun-kissed vineyards, stunning architecture and flamboyant locals, not all is as it quite as it seems as Geralt of Rivia sidles into town.

Unravel the dark secrets behind a slew of mysterious murders which have begun to blight the region. With keen Witcher senses to guide you, embark on a new quest, featuring never-before-seen creatures and brand new weapons and armour with which to tackle them.

Outside of the main story, there’s plenty more to explore. Collect a brand-new Skellige Gwent deck and challenge a roster of new opponents, take on additional Witcher contracts and even buy your very own vineyard.

A little extra?

Bag some loot

A sprawling open world…

Discover the Northern Kingdoms

Disputed territory

Velen

Trawl vibrant villages, boggy marshes and forgotten caverns in the heart of the Northern Kingdoms. Velen’s battle-scarred hinterlands are home to some of the nation’s darkest secrets and most dangerous beasts. Tread carefully among the endless wilderness, but be sure to leave no stone unturned.

Squalor and splendour

Novigrad

Navigate a web of wealthy merchants, religious fanatics and scandalous street-walkers in the grimy port town of Novigrad. A city divided by political rivalry and powerful criminal undercurrents, you’ll find words and wit serve better than any blade, so pick your allegiances carefully.

Beyond the sea

The Skellige Isles

Travel to an island nation of warrior clans, weather-beaten fishing villages and ferocious giants. The ancient peoples of Skellige respect two things above all else: the sea and their elders. Prove your courage before both to discover the true wealth of these frozen isles.

Read our hints...

Tips and tricks

Silver or steel?

Your swords

Silver or steel?

Your swords

Geralt starts the game with two swords on his back: the left is steel, good when facing off against bandits or wild animals; the right is a witcher’s silver sword, specially designed for bigger prey like griffins, wraiths or werewolves. Your enemy’s health bar indicates which sword you’ll need, so always check: grey means silver; red means steel.

Eye of newt…

A witcher’s potions

Eye of newt…

A witcher’s potions

Witchers can brew strong potions to temporarily boost their strength and stamina or endow themselves with other special abilities. New potion recipes can be collected as you progress, but be careful, there’s a limit to how many Geralt can withstand. Only take the ones you need and keep an eye on the green “toxicity” meter below your health bar.

Brains before brawn

The bestiary

Brains before brawn

The bestiary

The key to success in monster hunting is preparation and knowing your enemy will make all the difference. Check out the ‘bestiary’ for information on your prey. Learn their strengths and weaknesses and gather everything you need before going into battle.

Hammer and tongs

Crafting

Hammer and tongs

Crafting

While shopkeepers are well stocked, some specialist items have to be built to order. For a small price, armourers and smiths will build whatever you need: provide them with a diagram, the necessary materials and they’ll deliver the goods. They can also repair battle-damaged armour and weapons.

Brew up a storm

Alchemy

Brew up a storm

Alchemy

Geralt can use alchemy to create many items to help him in battle. Blade oils deal extra damage when wielding melee weapons, while bombs offer a range of ballistic effects and can be used both in and out of combat. Once synthesized, these items can be automatically replenished using strong alcohol.

Supply and demand

Materials

Supply and demand

Materials

Exploring and looting is a cheap way to gather what you need, but it’s also time-consuming - merchants are more convenient, but they’ll charge handsomely. Sometimes it’s worth checking your inventory first: smiths can dismantle unwanted items to yield base materials, so you may already have everything you need.

Off the beaten track…

Side quests

Off the beaten track…

Side quests

There’s plenty to discover away from Geralt’s main quest. Town noticeboards will provide new contracts or local rumours to follow up and are a great way to develop your skills. Track down a missing person, take out a bandit encampment or hunt for lost treasure – new items, additional experience or even a romantic tryst await the plucky explorer.

He who dares

Picking your fights

He who dares

Picking your fights

Don’t be afraid to get stuck in. You can often tackle enemies and quests above your current level - particularly if you plan ahead. Don’t be afraid to dive in: enhancing your blade on a smith’s sharpening stone and applying a little blade oil may be all you need to bring down a foe two or three levels above you.

PlayStation Plus

Companions in the hunt

Invite a fellow witcher into your world as a spectator or hand over control so they can guide your quest with Share Play - even if they don't own the game themselves.